Lawrence Wayne Dixson, 72, passed away Monday, September 30, 2013, at his home with his family by his side.

Lawrence was born August 20, 1941, in Moberly, MO, to Maurice and Otilie Spieckerman Dixson. Lawrence graduated from Moberly Senior High School in 1959. He lived his entire life in Moberly.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father.

He is survived by his wife, Penny; his children, Zelma and Keith Cline of Hannibal, Joyce and Travis Aeschliman and Edward and Tina Dixson all of Moberly. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; and Penny's children, Denise and Jason Freeman of Madison, Christine White of Moberly; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Lawrence wished to be cremated. A memorial celebration of his life will be held Saturday, October 5, 2013, 4:00-8:00 p.m., at VFW in Moberly.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Lawrence's family or to Missouri Cancer Association.